In recent years, the Milwaukee music scene has experienced significant growth. Artists and celebrities alike are frequently seen engaging with Milwaukee’s vibrant music culture, whether through dance or music appreciation. While it may be a small city situated north of Chicago, Milwaukee is rich in talent.
With artists such as Chicken P, JP, Big Frank, BankBoiiz, Mya P, Ant2x, Party At 4, Destiny Lynn, Lakeyah, 45GBaby, and many others, Milwaukee has developed a distinctive sound that commands attention. In the past, mentioning Milwaukee would often evoke thoughts of cows and horses, but today, people associate the city with talents like Steve Da Stoner and Jacob Latimore.
The music industry is actively seeking the next wave of talented artists emerging from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We can anticipate an increase in trending dances and catchy hooks going viral in the near future.
From filmmaking to the latest dance trends, Milwaukee is making a significant impact. Local production companies like It’s Just Money Films and Swift Motion Films have showcased the work of several Milwaukee artists, featuring their music in over 20 films. It’s hard to go anywhere without hearing a song from one of the many talented artists in Milwaukee.
The city has a rich history of musicians and platinum artists, including Coo Coo Cal, Baby Drew, Jacob Latimore, Eric Benet, IshDARR, Rico Love, Yolanda “LA LA” Brown, Al Jarreau, Harvey Scales, K Camp, Les Paul, “Speech” from Arrested Development, and many more.
If you ask any Milwaukee artist, they would affirm that our time is now. With numerous artists signing major deals, it is only a matter of time before the music industry recognizes the influence of the sounds emerging from this small Midwestern city.
At this point, the prospects for our talented artists continue to improve, as they create music for audiences around the world. Therefore, keep an eye out for more up-and-coming artists who are poised to showcase the new and innovative talent that Milwaukee has to offer.
